Dynatrace Consultant
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Start Date: 1 August 2026
SO ID: 0006945473
Grade: Manager (M) | Service Line: ADM Tech COE
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Dynatrace Consultant to join a large-scale global data platform programme within banking environment in Zurich. This role combines hands-on technical delivery with advisory responsibilities, enabling organizations to implement modern observability practices and fully leverage their Dynatrace investment.
Key Responsibilities
- You will set up and manage Dynatrace across application performance monitoring, infrastructure monitoring, real user monitoring, and log analytics to ensure full-stack visibility.
- You will design and configure dashboards, management zones, alerting profiles, and custom metrics aligned with business objectives and service level agreements.
- You will integrate Dynatrace with enterprise systems, including CI/CD pipelines, ITSM tools such as ServiceNow and Jira, as well as data and analytics platforms like Trino and Dataiku.
- You will conduct performance baseline assessments, support capacity planning activities, and proactively identify potential issues before they impact business operations.
- You will assess current-state environments and define future-state improvements, including clear recommendations supported by cost-benefit analysis.
- You will act as an advisor to stakeholders by providing guidance on observability strategies, best practices, and maturity roadmaps.
- You will troubleshoot and resolve complex performance issues across distributed systems and microservices architectures.
Your Profile
- You bring hands-on experience working with Dynatrace in enterprise environments and have a strong understanding of modern observability practices.
- You have solid knowledge of cloud-native architectures and microservices, as well as performance engineering concepts.
- You are experienced in integrating monitoring tools within DevOps and CI/CD environments.
- You are familiar with enterprise platforms such as ServiceNow and Jira, and have exposure to data and analytics ecosystems.
- You demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into business-relevant insights.
- You communicate clearly and confidently in English, and knowledge of German is considered an advantage.
- You ideally have prior experience within banking or financial services environments.
What You Can Expect
- You will work on a high-impact, international programme involving modern data and observability technologies.
- You will collaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams in a professional and high-performing environment.
- You will have the opportunity to influence both technical implementation and strategic decision-making.
What We Offer
We believe in creating an environment where you can thrive professionally and personally.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Health Insurance Allowance for peace of mind
- Annual Performance Bonus to reward your impact
- Permanent Employment Contract for long‑term stability
- Relocation Support for candidates moving from abroad
- A collaborative, international work culture with opportunities for continuous learning and growth
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
